Archive - 20 August 2024

Police confirm shooting incident in Bandar Sunway this afternoon

Police confirm shooting incident in Bandar Sunway this afternoon

A foreigner, believed to be a criminal, was shot dead in the incident.
National fraud portal launched today

National fraud portal launched today

It aims to detect, verify and track fraudulent activities reported to NSRC.
Oct 25 hearing of 6 Malaysian mothers' citizenship appeals

Oct 25 hearing of 6 Malaysian mothers' citizenship appeals

Federal Court will also hear four other appeals related to citizenship cases.
CAAM urged to address foreign aircraft loophole following Elmina crash

CAAM urged to address foreign aircraft loophole following Elmina crash

Loke says AAIB report has identified deficiencies in regulations.
PSM activist sues Perak officers over injuries during protest

PSM activist sues Perak officers over injuries during protest

Chong says she did not expect her injuries to be serious.
MACC urged to probe HR Ministry over Bangladeshi syndicate report

MACC urged to probe HR Ministry over Bangladeshi syndicate report

Group wants Sim to 'walk the talk' in safeguarding his ministry.
Loke: Construction of RTS link rail infrastructure at 83pct completion

Loke: Construction of RTS link rail infrastructure at 83pct completion

'System installation expected to be implemented by the end of this year.'
New civil servants won't lose out if EPF replaces pensions - minister

New civil servants won't lose out if EPF replaces pensions - minister

Proposal for new hires only, final decision by year-end, says Amir Hamzah.
LETTER | MPs are special - that's why all should convert from pension to EPF

LETTER | MPs are special - that's why all should convert from pension to EPF

Morally, they should walk the talk.
LETTER | Govt urged to implement RM2k minimum wage policy in Budget 2025

LETTER | Govt urged to implement RM2k minimum wage policy in Budget 2025

Private sector should raise minimum wage to RM2,700 as recommended by Bank Negara.
Dead toddler believed third victim in Kedah family homicide

Dead toddler believed third victim in Kedah family homicide

Body found on beach with injuries similar to the woman and girl.
Hamzah calls for calm amid Muhyiddin's speech controversy

Hamzah calls for calm amid Muhyiddin's speech controversy

UPDATED 7.12PM | Bersatu leadership studying the issues surrounding president's speech on ex-Agong.
Minister wants M'sian varsities to do more to help Palestinians

Minister wants M'sian varsities to do more to help Palestinians

Universities with training hospitals urged to take in wounded Gazans - Zambry.
Proposed Legal Profession Act amendments expected to be tabled in October

Proposed Legal Profession Act amendments expected to be tabled in October

23,000 legal practitioners will benefit from the amendments.
M'sia, India now in 'comprehensive' relationship - Anwar

M'sia, India now in 'comprehensive' relationship - Anwar

Committed to reinvigorate relations, PM says.
Power abuse charges do not state Najib's alleged interest - Shafee

Power abuse charges do not state Najib's alleged interest - Shafee

1MDB TRIAL | Defence counsel contends four 1MDB-linked power abuse charges defective.
LETTER | Allow foreign spouses equal access to employment

LETTER | Allow foreign spouses equal access to employment

Address this in Budget 2025, as difficulty in finding work affects their M'sian families.
Train lease from China: KTMB workers won't lose their jobs, assures Loke

Train lease from China: KTMB workers won't lose their jobs, assures Loke

UPDATED 6.08PM | Minister says local workers still needed for maintenance and repairs.
Journalist's sex harassment case considered NFA - Penang cops

Journalist's sex harassment case considered NFA - Penang cops

NFA decision by office of deputy public prosecutor, Hamzah says.
Australia PM defends visas for Gazans

Australia PM defends visas for Gazans

Opposition calls migrant arrivals a national security risk.
Too soon to say Malays back with Umno - party VP on polls win

Too soon to say Malays back with Umno - party VP on polls win

Nenggiri shows victory is ours if we're united, Johari says.
Salleh: Muhyiddin won't dare accept 'name 115' challenge

Salleh: Muhyiddin won't dare accept 'name 115' challenge

PN chair wouldn’t reveal signatories for fear of losing post in coalition, ex-Sabah CM says.
Socso urges more athletes to contribute to self-employed social security scheme

Socso urges more athletes to contribute to self-employed social security scheme

Welfare of families safeguarded in the event of contributors’ death.
Boeing halts 777X test flights after finding damage in structure

Boeing halts 777X test flights after finding damage in structure

The team is replacing the part and capturing any learnings.
Allianz Malaysia’s network of Blue Ribbon hospitals provides customers with exclusive healthcare experience

Allianz Malaysia’s network of Blue Ribbon hospitals provides customers with exclusive healthcare experience

Allianz Blue Ribbon programme offers: Priority admission & discharge.
LETTER | Instil and inculcate road safety culture

LETTER | Instil and inculcate road safety culture

Do not wait until there is blood on your hands.
'Be a man,' Rayer tells Wan Fayhsal, Muhyiddin on royalty remarks

'Be a man,' Rayer tells Wan Fayhsal, Muhyiddin on royalty remarks

UPDATED 4.57PM | DAP MP tells ex-PM to defend himself in court.
PN reps in Pahang back crown prince's call to probe their chairperson

PN reps in Pahang back crown prince's call to probe their chairperson

UPDATED 2.49PM | Tuan Ibrahim pledges undivided loyalty to Tengku Hassanal, Sultan Abdullah.
Officials to gather in Cairo for Gaza talks 'before end of week': White House

Officials to gather in Cairo for Gaza talks 'before end of week': White House

US, Egypt and Qatar presented Hamas with ‘bridging proposal’ last week.
Jobless man charged with murdering parents, niece

Jobless man charged with murdering parents, niece

Case fixed for mention on Oct 24.
MCY Summit 2024: Driving Malaysia's Innovation Leadership in the Region

MCY Summit 2024: Driving Malaysia's Innovation Leadership in the Region

The Malaysia Commercialisation Year (MCY) Summit 2024, with the theme “Leading The Regional Innovation,” was held on 12 and 13 August 2024 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. This summit aims to celebrate and accelerate the commercialisation of research, development and innovation (R&D&I) in Malaysia, driving the nation toward becoming a regional leader in innovation.
No govt mpox vaccination plans yet

No govt mpox vaccination plans yet

Deputy health minister says if there is a need, an in-depth study should be done first.
Zahid is Umno’s saviour, Nur Jazlan tells 'rejected hero' Dr M

Zahid is Umno’s saviour, Nur Jazlan tells 'rejected hero' Dr M

‘It takes extraordinary courage to take on Mahathir.’
Bersatu Youth blames PKR for brouhaha over Muhyiddin's remarks

Bersatu Youth blames PKR for brouhaha over Muhyiddin's remarks

UPDATED 3.15PM | Wan Fayhsal says video uploaded to Suara Keadilan portal with malicious intent.
Missing boys found trapped in apartment lift for 9 hours

Missing boys found trapped in apartment lift for 9 hours

They had gone out to buy food when the lift got stuck.
LazMall Brand Members Day rolls out exclusive offers with discounts of up to 70% across Southeast Asia

LazMall Brand Members Day rolls out exclusive offers with discounts of up to 70% across Southeast Asia

The three-day sale reinforces Lazada’s commitment to deliver authentic, high-quality brand shopping experiences with LazMall

Police defer Muhyiddin's questioning session to tomorrow

Police defer Muhyiddin's questioning session to tomorrow

Probe concerns ex-PM's speech against former Agong.
Boat capsizes in Lundu - 3 missing, 17 survive

Boat capsizes in Lundu - 3 missing, 17 survive

Search ongoing for the three students.
KitaMalaysia: Celebrating Unity and Togetherness in Our Vibrant Nation

KitaMalaysia: Celebrating Unity and Togetherness in Our Vibrant Nation

Join the #KitaMalaysia TikTok Challenge and Show Your Love for Malaysia in a Fun and Creative Way
COMMENT | India, Malaysia's critical power ally

COMMENT | India, Malaysia's critical power ally

Anwar's visit also crucial to reset, enhance bilateral ties.
Man held after bodies of wife, daughter found in drain

Man held after bodies of wife, daughter found in drain

UPDATED 2.07PM | Cops to apply for remand on the 34-year-old foreign national to facilitate probe.
M'sia must battle corruption in attaining 25th spot in CPI, says TI-M

M'sia must battle corruption in attaining 25th spot in CPI, says TI-M

All parties must be committed to playing their part, Muhammad says.
Strip Muhyiddin's 'Tan Sri' title - Pahang deputy speaker

Strip Muhyiddin's 'Tan Sri' title - Pahang deputy speaker

Ex-PM's irresponsible statement caused confusion, says Lee.
Ringgit continues to strengthen against greenback

Ringgit continues to strengthen against greenback

Ringgit strengthens against US dollar from 4.3805 to 4.3700.
Najib withdraws appeal to recuse 1MDB judge

Najib withdraws appeal to recuse 1MDB judge

UPDATED 10.40AM | This is because star witness has testified fully in court, counsel Shafee says.
Urimai may back independent candidate in Mahkota polls

Urimai may back independent candidate in Mahkota polls

Indians are unhappy with Anwar's leadership, says Ramasamy.
RTM promises to pay part-timers outstanding wages

RTM promises to pay part-timers outstanding wages

MOF in final stages of approving special payment rate, DG says.
COMMENT | Orangutan diplomacy: A new era for conservation

COMMENT | Orangutan diplomacy: A new era for conservation

Minister declares no more forested areas will be converted into palm oil plantations.
M'sia on track to achieve 4-5pct GDP projection this year, Zafrul says

M'sia on track to achieve 4-5pct GDP projection this year, Zafrul says

Significant rise in private investment a contributor to second-quarter growth - minister.
COMMENT | Anwar's civil service pay hike brave, progressive

COMMENT | Anwar's civil service pay hike brave, progressive

It can pressure private sector to increase wages too, reducing wealth disparity.
Govt's stay bid on land transfer to Semantan Estate to be heard Sept 12

Govt's stay bid on land transfer to Semantan Estate to be heard Sept 12

High Court judge Shahrir to preside over application at 10am.
Aug 25 a special event holiday in Johor as JDT heads into FA Cup final

Aug 25 a special event holiday in Johor as JDT heads into FA Cup final

Be '12th player', support club in Bukit Jalil, MB says.
YOURSAY | Anwar prioritising others over own people

YOURSAY | Anwar prioritising others over own people

'This is making some Malaysians feel agitated, angry, frustrated and desperate.'